Cinque Terre Yacht Charter Guide

Built on sheer cliffs above turquoise waters, the clutches of brightly coloured houses that make up the Cinque Terre (‘Five Lands') were born from ancient engineering stunningly etched into terraces of vineyards and tiny gardens. Ruggedly beautiful and brimming with old-Italian character, the gravity defying landscapes set a dazzling scene on the glittering coastline.

Lying to the south of Portofino in eastern Liguria, the five tiny villages of Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore are dotted along the Italian Riveria. The 18km stretch of astonishingly serrated coastline provides secluded beaches, enchanting cafés and a maze of crooked streets and pathways into the tumbling hills. Cars are banned from most of the Cinque Terre villages and undoubtedly the finest way to see them, as well as the coast that links them, is by foot. The Sentiero path runs through each village and in between it winds along cliff tops and down to empty beaches with breath-taking views of the rocky coast.

The most northerly village, Monterosso al Mare, is the largest and most modern of the five and is home to a selection of fine hotels and picturesque beaches. Enjoy some tempting gelato and wander through the trinket-strewn stalls before sampling a chilled glass of the famous local white wine. Walking distance away is the next village, Vernazza, the only one to boast a small harbour which is spectacularly overlooked by the ruins of a castle. Its café-lined square is enclosed by tall, shabby-chic houses, perfect for a lazy afternoon on your luxury yacht charter itinerary.

Sitting beside Vernazza is the only Cinque Terre town perched above sea level in a private hilltop hideaway, Corniglia. There is a choice of either 377 winding steps or a shuttle bus leading up to the town where you will be rewarded with staggering views and the region’s finest wine. Next up is the picture-perfect village of Manarola that offers a more cosmopolitan feel than the others with a scattering of bars and restaurants in the sun-soaked piazza where you can watch the fishing boats bobbing serenely in the sea.

The path that leads to the last and most southerly village of Riomaggiore is one of Cinque Terre’s greatest joys, boasting a beautiful stretch of overhanging rocks, sweeping branches and flourishing undergrowth. The village itself embodies old-Italian charm in its crooked streets fringed by tall, narrow buildings.

If you are interested in a luxury crewed yachting vacation along this rugged section of the Italian Riviera coastline, then be sure to view all yachts for charter in Italy and speak with your preferred charter broker about the best times to visit.

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Featured Luxury Charter Yachts in Cinque Terre

To help you in your search for your perfect luxury charter yacht for your next vacation, we’ve selected some of the finest and most exclusive superyachts and megayachts that are currently available for charter in Cinque Terre.

To help you in your search for your perfect luxury charter yacht for your next vacation, we’ve selected some of the finest and most exclusive superyachts and megayachts that are currently available for charter in Cinque Terre.

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